Greek Gods and Goddesses
Who is the king of the Greek gods?
Zeus
What does the word “rugged” mean in the context of ancient Greek geography?
rough; uneven
What adjectives describe the Greek land?
Rugged or uneven
Which goddess is known as the goddess of wisdom and war?
Athena
Define “boundaries.”
edges; real or imaginary lines that form a border
Which two seas were significant in their travels and trade?
Mediterranean and Aegean Seas
Who is the god of the sea?
Poseidon
What does “contributions” mean?
helpful or important things or ideas that are shared and/or passed down through time
What did the Greeks, along with the Egyptians and other ancient civilizations, build that we can still see today?
structures and buildings
Name the goddess of love and beauty.
Aphrodite
What does “independently” mean?
on your own; free from the control of other people or things
What is the name of the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, and what is the term used for people who work at sea, such as fishermen and sailors?
seafarers
Who is the messenger of the gods, known for his winged sandals?
Hermes
What does “summoned” mean in the context of mythology?
To call or bring forth, often with authority
The high mountains in ancient Greece led to the creation of many small, independent areas. What were these small areas called?
These small areas were called city-states.